In what ways can you acknowledge Jesus' supremacy in your life decisions? The Voice of the Final Word “ But in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He made the universe.” (Hebrews 1:2) • God’s ultimate self-disclosure is not another prophet but His Son. • The Son owns everything (“heir of all things”). • The Son designed everything (“through whom He made the universe”). When the One who created and now inherits all speaks, every arena of life properly falls under His rule. Why His Supremacy Belongs in Every Decision • Colossians 1:17-18 — “He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together… so that in everything He might be preeminent.” • Matthew 28:18 — “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.” Because Jesus sustains and commands all, to leave Him out of any choice is to deny reality itself. Practical Ways to Acknowledge Jesus in Daily Choices 1. Word-First Orientation • Begin planning with Scripture open, not merely as a closing check. • Psalm 119:105 — Let His Word “be a lamp to your feet” before you take the first step. 2. Kingdom-Priority Filter • Matthew 6:33 — “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.” • Ask: “Will this course advance His kingdom values of truth, purity, mercy, and witness?” 3. Obedient Follow-Through • John 14:15 — “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” • Delayed or partial obedience questions His throne; immediate obedience crowns Him. 4. Prayer-Saturated Planning • Philippians 4:6 — Present “every request” to Him. • Invite His direction before appointments, purchases, or commitments. 5. Christ-Centered Counsel • Proverbs 15:22 — Wise counsel steadies plans. • Seek advisers who themselves submit to Christ’s Word. 6. Stewardship Mind-Set • 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 — You are “not your own; you were bought at a price.” • Time, money, abilities, and relationships are His assets entrusted to you. 7. Confession and Realignment • 1 John 1:9 — Quickly admit when choices drift from His lordship. • Realignment restores fellowship and keeps decisions on a Christ-exalting track. 8. Visible Testimony • Colossians 3:17 — “Whatever you do… do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” • Speak of His guidance openly; let colleagues and family see He is the decision-maker. Long-Range Life Mapping • Vocation — Choose paths that let His gospel shine (Philippians 1:12). • Relationships — Pursue friendships and marriage that reflect His covenant love (Ephesians 5:25-27). • Finances — Budget to fund kingdom work first (2 Corinthians 9:6-8). • Suffering — Accept trials as assignments under His sovereign hand (1 Peter 4:19). Living Hebrews 1:2 Today Jesus is God’s last, greatest Word. Let every “yes” and “no” echo His voice, every plan bend to His reign, and every outcome credit His grace. |
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